Northwest Philadelphia Travel Guide

Philadelphia

Morris Arboretum showing a small town or village and shopping
Morris Arboretum which includes a park and flowers
Morris Arboretum which includes autumn leaves, forest scenes and a garden
Morris Arboretum featuring autumn leaves and a garden
Morris Arboretum featuring a park and autumn colours

Popular places to visit

Morris Arboretum showing railway items

Morris Arboretum

Stroll among ancient trees, wetland tours and garden displays, in this peaceful setting that offers a reprieve from urban sightseeing.

Morris Arboretum
Morris Arboretum

Morris Arboretum

Explore the great outdoors at Morris Arboretum, a lovely green space in Philadelphia.

Morris Arboretum

Wissahickon Valley Park Trail Trailhead

You can take time to visit Wissahickon Valley Park Trail Trailhead during your travels to Philadelphia.

Wissahickon Valley Park Trail Trailhead

Chestnut Hill Hospital

If Chestnut Hill Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Philadelphia.

Chestnut Hill Hospital

Awbury Arboretum

Enjoy an outing to Awbury Arboretum during your stay in Philadelphia. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

Awbury Arboretum

Roxborough Memorial Hospital

If Roxborough Memorial Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Philadelphia.

Roxborough Memorial Hospital

Things to do

Immersive American Revolution Self-Guided Walking & Driving Tours

Liberty, Freedom, and Revolution: American History Tours Bundle

£22
per traveller
Liberty, Freedom, and Revolution: American History Tours Bundle
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

£44
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA

Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA

£186
per traveller
Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

£44
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
Philadelphia: The Franklin Institute Entry Ticket

Philadelphia: The Franklin Institute Entry Ticket

£22
per adult
Philadelphia: The Franklin Institute Entry Ticket
3 Day Niagara Falls and Philadelphia Tour from New York

3 Day Niagara Falls and Philadelphia Tour from New York

£546
per adult
3 Day Niagara Falls and Philadelphia Tour from New York
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Top hotels in Northwest Philadelphia

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

4 out of 5
1628 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA
The price is £79 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
£79
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,025 reviews)
"Super nice hotel! I stay here a lot. Great staff, very clean rooms, great atmosphere, very well managed hotel. Front desk staff are exceptional especially Nikki. Nice job CQ. Highly recommend for all!"

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport

Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport

4 out of 5
4509 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £102 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£102
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.2/10 Good! (3,435 reviews)
"I experienced my refrigerator and room safe was not working properly I called the front desk and they immediately repaired both! Fast service😄"

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
Hilton Philadelphia at Penn's Landing

Hilton Philadelphia at Penn's Landing

4 out of 5
201 S. Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £124 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£124
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,316 reviews)
Would stay again
"Hotel was great. Was a bit of a hike from parking garage to hotel. Room could have been cleaner there was a spoon behind our bed. The pillows were better then most hotels. Pool was very nice as well. The restaurant food was good however the temperature was freezing."

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025

Hilton Philadelphia at Penn's Landing
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

4 out of 5
1800 Market St, Philadelphia, PA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £103 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£103
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,877 reviews)
Just a stay
"I have no complaints from my stay at Sonesta Hotel. Security and safety were good for the downtown area. I have one suggestion, if there’s a group (convention/event) allow other guests to have late check-out without a fee being charged."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District

Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District

3.5 out of 5
400 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA
The price is £117 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
£117
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,060 reviews)
"There was garage construction going on when we visited. The hotel was nice. We walked to shopping and lunch during the day. No fan in the bathroom was an annoyance. Beds and pillows were nice. AC worked…it’s been a hot summer. A sock from a previous guest was under the bed. There was a gentleman ..."

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City

Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City

3 out of 5
1100 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA
The price is £106 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
£106
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,814 reviews)
"Central location, lot's of restaurants, walkable to transportation. Only downside parking was expensive and they don't offer a discount. Other than that, it's a great place to stay!"

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City
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Other neighbourhoods around Northwest Philadelphia

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North Philadelphia

You might enjoy the historical sites while in North Philadelphia. The Liacouras Center is a notable sight, and you can get around town at North Philadelphia BSL Station or Allegheny Station to see more of the city.

North Philadelphia
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West Philadelphia

3/5(1 area review)

Noted for its art galleries and museums, there's plenty to explore in West Philadelphia. Top attractions like Philadelphia Museum of Art and Mann Center for the Performing Arts are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Lancaster Ave & 49th St Tram Stop or 49th & Girard Ave Stop to see more of the city.

West Philadelphia
Academy of Natural Sciences featuring zoo animals, animals and cuddly or friendly animals

Logan Square

Logan Square is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like The Franklin Institute and Franklin Institute Science Museum. See more of Philadelphia by jumping on the metro at Suburban Station or 15th St. Tram Stop.

Logan Square
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Fishtown

While you're in Fishtown, take in top sights like Rivers Casino or The Fillmore Philedelphia, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Palmer St & Girard Ave Stop or Girard Ave & Columbia Ave Tram Stop.

Fishtown
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University City

4/5(6 area reviews)

Travellers choose University City for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Penn Medicine Station or 33rd St Station and check out top sights like Penn Museum.

University City
Philadelphia featuring heritage architecture, a monument and a statue or sculpture

Center City West

If you're spending time in Center City West, check out sights like Walnut Street or Rittenhouse Row and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 19th St Station or 15th St. Tram Stop.

Center City West

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